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Argentina, Economy, Industry

Argentina’s Economic Adjustment Deepens Amid Persistent Industrial Decline and Fragile Fiscal Balance

Despite official claims of economic recovery, Argentina’s economy faces a fragile rebound undermined by intensified fiscal austerity and a sustained industrial slump. The government’s fiscal “equilibrium” in 2025 relies heavily on spending cuts, debt capitalizations, and a regressive tax structure, while early 2026 signals further contraction under a new exchange rate regime and sharpened wage […]

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Brazil, Industry, Markets

Petrobras Abstains from Increasing Control of Petrochemical Braskem, Opening Path for Investment Fund Takeover

Petrobras has declined to exercise its rights to purchase the controlling share of Braskem held by Novonor, allowing the Shine Investment Fund, advised by IG4 Capital, to assume control. The ongoing transaction signals a shift in Braskem’s governance amid the company’s financial distress and market challenges, marking a critical phase in the petrochemical sector’s restructuring

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Argentina, Industry, Politics

Argentina’s Milei Administration Strengthens Geopolitical Alignments Amid Domestic and International Market Shifts

Argentina’s government under President Javier Milei is actively reorienting its foreign policy and domestic industrial strategy, advancing geopolitical alliances with the United States and Israel while redefining participation in global organizations. The administration’s backing of Rafael Grossi’s candidacy for UN Secretary-General aligns with efforts to reshape international institutions, with implications for Argentina’s trade and industrial

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Brazil, Industry, Politics

Brazil to Finalize Carbon Market Regulations by End of 2026, Aiming Full Operation by 2030

Brazil’s government has committed to issuing all sublegal regulations needed for the nationwide regulated carbon market by December 2026, paving the way for full operation of the Sistema Brasileiro de Comércio de Emissões de Gases de Efeito Estufa (SBCE) starting in 2030. The effort involves establishing governance frameworks, sector-specific emission limits, and operational rules intended

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Industry, LatAm, Politics

Mercosur-EU Trade Agreement Signed After 25 Years, Unlocking Market Access and Investment Potential

The signing of the Mercosur-European Union trade agreement in Asunción establishes one of the largest free trade zones worldwide, covering 25% of global GDP and 780 million consumers. With immediate tariff reductions on 92% of Mercosur exports and preferential access to an additional 7.5%, the pact aims to enhance regional exports, attract foreign investment, and

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Economy, Industry, Peru

Peru’s Inflation Hits Eight-Year Low in 2025 Amid Stable Price Environment; Plus G Expands EV Fleet in Mining Sector

Peru closed 2025 with the lowest inflation in eight years, maintaining price stability within the central bank’s target range, reinforcing macroeconomic confidence. Meanwhile, local electric vehicle manufacturer Plus G is expanding its presence in the mining sector, signaling growing adoption of sustainable transport solutions in heavy industry. The Instituto Nacional de Estadística e Informática (INEI)

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Colombia, Economy, Industry

Colombian Imports Expand by 14.9% in October 2025 Driven by Manufacturing Surge

Colombia’s import sector showed robust growth in October 2025, led by a strong rebound in the manufacturing segment. Increasing demand for machinery, transport equipment, and chemical products suggests ongoing investment activity, while supply chain diversification and shifts in energy sourcing underscore key structural changes in the country’s trade dynamics. According to the DANE, imports in

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Brazil, Industry, Politics

Rio de Janeiro’s Gas Market Faces Regulatory Hurdles Amid Emerging Free Market Growth and Tariff Reforms for 2026

The Rio de Janeiro gas market is at a critical juncture as industry players and regulators work to overcome contractual and regulatory barriers that impede natural gas migration to the free market. Negotiations between Naturgy, Petrobras, and state authorities aim to enable more flexible contractual terms and accelerate market liberalization by 2026, while broader tariff

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Argentina, Industry, Markets

Geocycle Invests $1.5 Million to Modernize Waste Management and Boost Circular Economy in Villa Carlos Paz

Geocycle, a Holcim Group company, has committed $1.5 million to deploy an advanced Urban Solid Waste (USW) treatment line at the Villa Carlos Paz Environmental Center, marking a significant step in regional sustainability efforts. This initiative enhances waste processing capacity to 38,400 tons annually, integrating circular economy principles by converting waste into clean energy and

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